Darren
I made the same trip earlier this year, (my forth to Africa) based on my experience I would fly to Joberg via Europe, Holland or Germany would be preferable using British Airways or Lufthansa. I will not use Air France as they have some “Baggage Issues”! We hear bad things about landing in the UK, I have done this once with no problems, but I made sure my bags (Rifle) was booked through to Joberg and we had no lay over. If you spend your first night in Joberg it allows time for any lost bags to catch up with you. I can’t say enough good thinks about Afton House, if you spend a night in Joberg they will meet you at the Airport and take you back to catch your connection. My travel agent is in Manitoba and well experienced with booking flights for hunters going to Africa, I would be pleased to pass on her contact details if that will assist you. I was recently quoted a return ticket to Joberg for Feb/March 2010, leaving Winnipeg for $1,800.00 Canadian

Enjoy your Hunt, John.